Chapter 2
System installation with the ContentBridge 4000
Review step-by-step installation instructions for a Harmonic MediaGrid system with the ContentBridge
4000.
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Hardware Installation overview
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Software Installation overview
Site preparation
Review environmental, power, and site requirements before installing your system.
Environmental
Harmonic MediaGrid equipment is designed to operate in a clean, air-conditioned control room
environment. Care must be taken to avoid temperature and humidity extremes.
Power
When connecting equipment, care must be taken to avoid power lines that are subject to noise
and voltage spikes. Do
not
install units on a power circuit that is common to such equipment as air
conditioners and refrigeration units. For optimum protection, AC noise filters and surge protectors are
recommended if unstable power conditions are present.
Site
Harmonic MediaGrid equipment is designed for rack mounting. Be sure to read racking precautions
before you begin unpacking system components.
Be aware of the weight of the ContentServer and ContentStore so that you may safely move and lift
devices.
• An unpopulated ContentStore 5840/5840A weighs approximately 46 kg (101 lb), and 131 kg (288 lb)
with all disk drives installed.
• A fully populated ContentServer 4000 weighs approximately 47 kg (104 lb).
• A fully populated ContentStore 4240 weighs approximately 29 kg (64 lb).
• A fully populated ContentServer 3000 and ContentStore 3160 each weighs approximately 34 kg (75
(lb).
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